Shula Zaken

Ex-PM Olmert sentenced to 8 months of jail time in Talansky retrial

Jail time could be added on to six year sentence from Holyland bribery conviction.

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Former prime minister Ehud Olmert in the Talansky retrial, March 30, 2011.

Court convicts Olmert in Talansky retrial

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert leaves Tel Aviv District Court, May 13, 2014

Court to render verdict in Talansky retrial today

Shula Zaken

Former Olmert aide Zaken freed from prison after serving time for Holyland role


NGO to state: Cut a deal with Zaken to take down Olmert

Group requests prosecution cut plea bargain with Olmert's former aide to up chances of convicting former PM in Holyland trial.

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Analysis: Can Zaken TKO Olmert - or is this just a game?

The sides may have reached an impasse, and Zaken’s defense lawyers may be leaking talk of a deal to try to pressure the state into agreeing to her terms.

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Court contends that Zaken asked for bribes on Olmert’s behalf

Prosecution finishes cross-examining former prime minister Ehud Olmert’s bureau chief.

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Zaken in damage control as she resumes Holyland testimony

Zaken reportedly sought to mitigate damaging statements she had made to police about her former boss and his brother, Yossi Olmert.

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Reporter's Notebook: Linguistics lesson in Holyland trial

Shula Zaken’s inconsistencies and emotional testimony keep the proceedings interesting.

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Olmert lawyers to Supreme Court: Respect earlier verdict

Prosecutors try to prove former PM's guilt in Rishon Tours, Talansky cases; outcome likely will determine his political future.

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State finalizes appeal of Olmert acquittal

If appeal to Supreme Court is successful, former PM could face jail time; appeal doesn't prevent Olmert from running for office.

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Analysis: Olmert didn't bow out due to legal issues

Former PM was exonerated on all charges except for the minor charge of breach of public trust.

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Moral turpitude for Olmert on hold indefinitely

State says since Olmert doesn't seek return to public office, it won't raise issue during hearing on Investment Center affair.

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State, Olmert spar over corruption ruling

Former PM preempts moral turpitude hearing on actions in Investment Center affair that could bar him from public office.

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